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Elegant MCM Tallboy in Cast Iron Black with Natural Wood Accents

Elevate your space with this exquisitely reimagined Mid-Century Modern tallboy chest. Once bearing a pale, dated finish, it now stuns in a rich cast iron black, beautifully contrasted by solid wood drawers finished in a warm, natural stain. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated—from the elegantly updated black hardware to the refined moldings and drawer groove accents. Smooth-gliding feet have been added for effortless movement across both hardwood and carpet. Measuring 34" W x 17.5" D x 40.5" H, this sophisticated piece offers both function and timeless style—an instant statement in any well-appointed room.

Vintage Jewelry Box - Green Turquoise and Gold



Time for another jewelry box makeover, this one was given a fun update in soft green, bold blue and highlights of gold.


This vintage jewelry box begged to have some color added as it sat lonely on the thrift store shelf. I took it home, cleaned it up well and set out to make it pretty.
 I chose Fusion Mineral Paint in laurentien for the outside and azure for inside the doors.
To start I removed the metal hardware and cleaned the piece well.


Two coats of each color went on then all was lightly sanded smooth and the edges distressed with a sponge sanding block.


To add some pizzazz I applied a discontinued Fusion Mineral Paint product called gold gilding paste. (little tub shown above)

It is easy to apply with a fingertip and looked so lovely with the gold mesh in the doors.

The gilding paste did make it hard to photograph as it catches in the light but in person it is subtle and sophisticated.

The azure is the perfect color to compliment and pop against the soft laurentien.

There is loads of storage in this vintage beauty. I love to share lots of pictures and there is a video view at the bottom as well.





video view



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